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Sr Data Scientist - Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Saint Paul, MN
Full Time
Senior
90k-177k
5 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be an independent thinker and advocate of data science methods and applications
  • Research, develop and apply new innovative analytics methods and technologies from other domains to healthcare data
  • Work with autonomy and in partnership with other Data Scientists, Data Engineers and Software Engineers to find solutions to complex problems
  • Leverage technical / analytical expertise across the enterprise to architect, deploy and oversee analytics and technology solutions
  • Prototype new products and solutions that have the capability to transform the industry
  • Articulate and paint a vision with strong communication and presentation skills, translating complex concepts, results, models and technologies for diverse audiences
  • Be familiar with the state-of-the-art around big data analytics and associated technologies and techniques
  • Have experience with Commercial environments and/or Products
  • Lead projects including proofs of concept, new product or component development, and reengineering initiatives
  • Work as part of a small team, sharing ideas and contributing to strategic goals

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a Data Scientist
  • 5+ years of experience using programming tools such as Python to solve complex technical problems
  • 5+ years of experience using SQL
  • 5+ years of experience accessing data from various data environments
  • 1+ years of Hadoop/Pyspark experience
  • 1+ years experience with a version control system such as Git
  • Ability to travel locally to Minnesota office

Nice to Have

  • Core knowledge of statistics, machine-learning and numerical / computational methods with experience in the application of these methods to business problems
  • Extensive programming experience with Python/Pyspark or other analytics languages
  • Experience of large-scale distributed computing environments (Hadoop, Hive, Databricks etc.)
  • Experience developing analytical solutions on cloud computing platforms i.e. Azure, Snowflake
  • Experience applying deep learning methods to business problems using TensorFlow, Keras, etc.
  • Experience with supervised and unsupervised learning methods for model build and deployment
  • Experience applying computational algorithms and statistical methods to structured and unstructured data
  • Experience with BI/reporting tools such as Tableau or PowerBI
  • Experience of the US Healthcare or Pharmaceutical sectors
  • Reside in MN

Qualifications

  • Educational background is not explicitly specified, but extensive experience is required

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary range of $89,800 to $176,700 annually
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution
  • Remote work flexibility (within the U.S.)

Working at UnitedHealth Group

Our culture is guided by inclusion, talented peers, and a commitment to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and fostering a workplace that supports all individuals.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 15, 2025
Job CategoryData Science
Salary90k-177k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceSenior

About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Saint Paul, MN

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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